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Beyond the City

CHAPTER XIII
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But remember that my offer is only for to-day.

It is off unless you take it at once." "Let it be off, then.
"There's my fee," cried the doctor.
"How much ?" "A guinea." The Admiral threw a pound and a shilling upon the table.

"Come, Westmacott," said he, and they walked together from the room.
"I don't like it," said Charles, when they found themselves in the street once more; "I don't profess to be a very sharp chap, but this is a trifle too thin.

What did he want to go out and speak to the doctor for?
And how very convenient this tale of a weak heart was! I believe they are a couple of rogues, and in league with each other." "A shark and a pilot fish," said the Admiral.
"I'll tell you what I propose, sir.

There's a lawyer named McAdam who does my aunt's business.


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